The top-grade remedies to open stopped waste pipes in your home
The top-grade remedies to open stopped waste pipes in your home
Do you know what the best way to unblock drains pipes is? Using a plunger is the most effective and quickest way to solve this common household problem. The process is pretty straightforward to apply. But don’t just shove the plunger into the drainage and start pumping it violently, you could make matters much worse. Place the cup of the plunger exactly over the drainage and push it downwards and upwards with short sharp movements that generate suction within the drain pipe and pipe. The suction created when the plunger is pulled up will hopefully dislodge the material clogging the toilet, tub or sink in your bathroom. Some tubs and sinks have an overspill outlet; remember to plug this outlet with the help of a wet towel or sponge before using the plunger.
You could use a drains clearance chemical that is designed to break down the material instead of the more conventional plunger. This is usually done after you attempt to unplug your drain using your plunger. Leave the chemical for a few minutes so that it loosens the blockage, and then use hot water to rinse out the drainpipe, taking care not to splash yourself. Wear proper clothes while dealing with chemicals, remember the strong chemicals can fall on your clothes and spoil them so be careful with that. And since plunging can throw water in any direction you might want to consider eye-wear in order to protect you from any chemicals. Also remember to read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully so that you do not create new issues.
If both the plunger and chemicals fail to alleviate the clogging problem you have, then you can try unscrewing the nuts on the P-trap with pliers or a pipe wrench to gain access to the pipe. You should have a bucket and a towel handy as this can be a really dirty job. If you dont want to destroy the chrome finish of your pipes, then wrap the jaws of the pipe wrench with the electric tape; this will also help you to get a better grip. Once the P-trap is removed, check the trap for any solid materials obstructing the pipe opening. If the plunger, the chemical or trap removal does not help, then the blockage could be much deeper in the pipework.
A toilet auger is the best tool for dealing with toilets that are blocked,. However a plumbers drain pipe snake is more suitable for bath tub or kitchen sink drains. The instrument is designed in a way that it can travel deep down into your pipes. By twisting the adjustable handle to drill into the blockage, you then pull the obstruction up and out of your drainpipe. When you are sure that all the clogging material is cleared, replace the P-trap and test the drainage with hot water. Finally, you should double check that everything is sealed properly, tightly screwed into place and make sure that the P-trap does not have any leaks.
If all these methods fail then you need to call in a professional plumber. Professional plumbers can identify and solve serious problems like aged pipes caving in, tree root invasion, blocked sewer line or soil stack; these should not be attempted by the homeowner as you will not have the right tools to solve the problem.